2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Liberty |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |